New Graduate RN Resident Fall 2026 (Aug/Oct) Cohorts

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•$37 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. We are excited to offer the opportunity for our Fall 2026 New Graduate RN Residency program! Start Date: August 24, 2026 Graduation by May 24, 2026 (Education verification will be sent to IDFPR by this date - not walk date.) Test for NCLEX no later than July 13, 2026. Start Date: October 19, 2026 Graduation by July 19, 2026 (Education verification will be sent to IDFPR by this date - not walk date.) Test for NCLEX no later than September 8, 2026. Start date will be determined via graduation date AND unit availability. Please ensure you attach a resume that includes your graduation date and degree. Timeline Applications Accepted: February 16-23, 2026. The posting will close promptly at 9am on February 23, 2026.. We encourage you to apply early. Some units may close early if a high volume of candidates is received. Applications will not be accepted outside of this time frame (no exceptions.) Interviews: March 2- 27, 2026. You will be contacted via email and/or phone if selected for an interview at any point during this time frame. We are not able to accommodate onsite tours/visit outside of a scheduled interview. Offers: Offers will be extended the week of March 30th 2026 until all positions are filled. You will receive a follow up email within 3 business days of applying. Please follow the directions carefully as there are multiple steps to the application process and you will not be considered until all are complete Supplemental items are due no later than Tues February 24, 2026 @ 5pm for consideration. No late exceptions will be granted. Please refer to our website for general new grad Q & A. https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/for-healthcare-professionals/education/medical-education-training/residencies/rn-residency-program/ Please review the below links and unit descriptions prior to applying. Not all units listed below are hiring for the current cohort. After your application is reviewed, you will receive a list of units currently considering new grads and asked to rank them by interest. Job Description: This position provides family centered care utilizing the Relationship Based Care model with a focus on relationships with patients, colleagues, and self. Understands and integrates appropriate growth and development processes into care delivery of patients with acute and chronic diseases, disorders found in neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. Applies enhanced specialty knowledge and skills to provide best outcomes to patients within the designated patient care area(s). Utilizes the nursing process and performs responsibilities aligning with the Magnet® Model: New Knowledge, Innovations & Improvements, Exemplary Professional Practice, Structural Empowerment, and Transformational Leadership with a constant focus on Empirical Outcomes. Demonstrates nursing excellence, desire for constant professional growth and an inclusive approach to care and collaboration. Actively supports the organization and department’s goals and core principles that guide Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing or higher required. Required to enroll in a BSN program within 2 years of start date (tuition reimbursement can be applied).
Less than 1 year RN experience at time of cohort start date
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients/families, physicians and hospital staff.
Special certifications may be required by the department.

Responsibilities

Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools.
Develops or individualizes existing plans of care and develops goals relative to family needs. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
Develops or individualizes teaching plans/protocols to meet patient and family learning needs. Identifies patient preferences and needs including motivation to learn. Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
Performs nursing care according to procedures/protocols. Anticipates impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively.
Communicates with the family and members of the interprofessional team to identify health care needs. Communicates changes in patient status. Utilizes appropriate resources for referral or consultations.
Keeps up to date in nursing practice by utilizing the best evidence in current nursing and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.
Incorporates current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.
Adheres to communication, service excellence and professional image standards that support the hospital vision, mission and philosophy.
Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals.
Identifies learning needs and seeks resources to advance nursing practice and achieve professional goals.
Performs job functions adhering to Magnet core principles with a customer service focus of new knowledge, exemplary practice, structural empowerment, and transformational leadership, to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Creating an environment that welcomes is inclusive, safe, reliable and equitable for all.
Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
Other job functions as assigned.

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program